Ncvhs Presentation 073107

Michele Vilaret, Director of Telecommunications Standards at the National Association of Chain Drug Stores, presented on issues related to the successful migration to the next version of HIPAA standards. She discussed the business benefits of various standards including the 835 and 837 transactions. She emphasized the need for D.0 to address issues like Medicare Part D processing and coordination of benefits. Vilaret also stressed the importance of an implementation plan, education, avoiding overlapping initiatives, and allowing sufficient time for a successful transition.